| Taste Week-Final Days to Participate ! |
You have until Wednesday, September 28th to submit your receipts for the Taste Week Chamber Check drawing
Post a photo to the "I Get it in Faribault" Facebook page & the prize doubles! ($100.00)
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| Politics and Pizza - presented by Y-Pro |
On Thursday October 6 the Chamber's Y-Pro group is hosting Pizza & Politics at South Central College.
All local and state candidates have been invited.
Come for the politics and the pizza!
Candidates will arrive at 11:30
Lunch at 12 noon followed by the program
Then mingle
with the candidates
as long as you are able.
$10.00 to attend (FREE for Y-Pro members)
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| 2016 Conversations with Candidates |
The Faribault Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism is pleased to present our 2016 Conversations with Candidates. All were invited to participate, only a few declined! We sincerely hope you like this presentation of the candidates, and find it helpful in choosing whom to support with your vote.
Click the button to see the interviews.
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| I GET IT in Faribault |
I GET IT in Faribault!
The I GET IT! in Faribault initiative is designed to promote shopping on a retail level, but it goes even further by encouraging residents and businesses to make a conscious decision to purchase services locally as well.
We've got some great messages to share, after interviewing local businesses.
Click here to see the video, and remember I GET IT IN FARIBAULT!
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| Manufacturing Week Activities - MADE IN FARIBAULT! |
Mark your calendar for Friday October 7! We heard your concerns about the future of your workforce and planned an event in cooperation with Faribault Public Schools, South Central College and the MN Workforce Center targeted to bring greater awareness of the variety of careers available in Manufacturing. We need YOU to help:
- Attend the lunch on October 7 and host a group of students at your table. Tell them
 about your company, jobs available and what it takes to be successful.
- Send us a great photo or video to help us spread the word about what you produce.
- Offer tours on October 7 to groups of local students.
- Consider offering tours for the general public too.
Please contact Kymn Anderson or call 334-4381 with questions or to join the effort. |
| Main Street Fall Festival |
Chili Contest, Kids Games and parade, Trick or Treating and
lots of family and grown up fun. October 8, 2016.
Wanna help or join the fun! Contact Nort by phone at 334-4381 or e-mail
[email protected]
Click the Main Street Logo to learn more.
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| Chamber Board Openings |
The Chamber is looking for qualified candidates to serve on the Board of Directors. Board members serve for a three year term and oversee the work of the chamber. Click here for a form to nominate yourself of someone you know. Contact Kymn at the Chamber with any questions. Here is a list of the current Board Members.
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| Website Updates |
Check out the Chamber website. The all new look makes it easier for you to find  information. We are in the process of adding all local businesses to our business listing making it a more valuable resource for you and your prospects.
Remember you can add Job Postings, Hot Deals, Events and update your webpage on the chamber site, all included in your membership. These special enhancements are for members only. Contact us for a quick review of how to use these member benefits.
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| Resource Materials |
Visitor Guides, Brochures, City Maps and
County Maps are always available here.
Contact us for delivery or pick up plans.
We also have manufacturer's guide, welcome packets, employee recruitment packets and more.
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Meet Casie Steeves-New Chamber Staff Member
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Ca
sie Steeves is a lifelong resident of Faribault, along with her husband, Matt and son, Caden, (4). In addition to her new role here at the Chamber, she is a full-time student pursuing her Bachelors Degree in Business Administration with a Marketing Emphasis. In her free time, she enjoys cooking and exploring the outdoors, with her family. "I look forward to meeting and interacting with those (businesses and individuals), who make our community great!" You can reach Casie at, 507-334-4381 or [email protected]
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| Business Before Hours-Wednesday, October 5 |
 October 5 is Business Before Hours, hosted by District One Hospital (200 State Avenue) from 7:30-9 am.
Come and learn more about this member business and share your business news. |
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The Virtue of the Week
Patience
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Upcoming Events and Meetings
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| WELCOME these New Chamber Members |
.Congratulations to our Faribault Chamber Members
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Faribault Event Calendar Info Wanted
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Forward your Faribault event information to
[email protected] to be included in the 2016 calendars.
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